Welcome
I believe every child is more than their diagnosis, and every parent deserves support without judgment.
As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 15 years of experience in behavioral health, I specialize in supporting families of children with ADHD, learning differences, and emotional or behavioral challenges.
My clinical background means I bring more than just coaching to the table—I understand how medication, brain chemistry, and behavior all connect. Whether you’re navigating a new diagnosis or questioning if medication is the right step, I’m here to help you make informed, confident decisions for your child’s wellbeing.
Combining coaching, advocacy, and clinical insight, I’ll walk alongside you, help you feel heard, and give you the tools and knowledge to advocate for your child with clarity and confidence. Together, we’ll look at what’s really going on beneath the behavior, and create strategies that work in your real life, not just in theory.
I’m Barbara A. Schulte, DNP, PMHNP-BC
✓ 15+ Years of Experience in Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
✓ Doctor of Nursing Practice
✓ Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
QUALIFICATIONS:
SPECIALIZING IN:
✓ ADHD & Executive Functioning Challenges
✓ Emotional Regulation & Behavioral Support
✓ Parent Coaching & School Advocacy
✓ Medication Guidance & Mental Health Education
At the Mindful Parent Network, our mission is to empower parents of neurodivergent children with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to confidently navigate daily challenges and advocate for their child’s success. We believe that with the right guidance—grounded in compassion, clinical expertise, and real-life strategies—every family can experience more peace, connection, and hope.
The Mindful Parenting Network Mission
My Goals as Your Coach & Advocate:
HELP YOU BUILD A STRONGER, MORE CONNECTED RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR CHILD
So you can spend less time feeling like you're constantly correcting, and more time enjoying who your child is.
GIVE YOU PRACTICAL STRATEGIES THAT EASE DAILY STRESS AND OVERWHELM
From morning routines to homework battles, we’ll create tools that actually work in your real life, not just in theory.
EMPOWER YOU TO CONFIDENTLY ADVOCATE FOR YOUR CHILD’S NEEDS
Whether you're speaking with teachers, doctors, or therapists, you'll feel prepared, informed, and taken seriously.
SUPPORT YOU IN MAKING INFORMED DECISIONS AROUND MENTAL HEALTH & MEDICATION
No more second-guessing—just clear guidance to help you decide what’s truly best for your child and your family.
Get to Know Dr. Barby
BEYOND THE CREDENTIALS
I am Most Proud of: Being both a mother & a full-time working professional. The majority of moms I know are also balancing careers, and I’m incredibly proud to stand alongside them—resilient, driven, and doing it all.
Things I Can't Live Without:
Coffee & Sour Candy
I’m Happiest When: I’m spending time with my family, doing things like watching movies, relaxing or playing games
My Favorite Book: TOO MANY TO LIST! But if I had to narrow it down: The It Girl, Local Woman Missing, The Good Girl. Anything written by Ruth Ware, Karin Slaughter, Mary Kubica, Lucinda Berry..so many more!
My Favorite Food: I love all the food I should not be eating… this means my favorites= Pizza, Pasta and Nachos
WAYS TO GET SUPPORT
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